FAQ’s

How do I place an order on Eikowa?

To make a purchase on Eikowa, you’ll first need tocreate an account on the site.

Step 1 – Click on “Sign up” on the right hand corner of our homepage. And follow the instructions.

Step 2 – Once you are ‘Signed-in’, click the thumbnail of the image to view details of the artwork.

Step 3 – If you’d like to purchase the work, clickAdd to Cart. You’ll be taken to your shopping cart page. If you’d like to add more items to your cart, clickContinue Shopping. If you’re ready to purchase, proceed to step 4.

Step 4– Once you’re ready to purchase your selected artwork, clickProceed To Checkout.

Step 5 – Enter your Billing and Shipping Address then clickShip to this Address

Step 6 – Enter your Paymentinformation. From here, you’ll be able to review the artwork’s shipping and delivery date.

Step 7 – Once the order is received a confirmation mail will be sent to your registered mailing address with the order summary.

Does the image on the site accurately represent what I will be sent?

We strive for a high degree of image accuracy. However, in some cases, the visual representation may be approximate. Occasionally, minor variations occur because the photograph may not be able to capture the exact colours.

How accurate are the dimensions listed on the site?

Eikowa verifies the dimensions of all images on our site. However, the dimensions are given by the artist and they may not be exact. There could vary slightly up to 1½”.

Will Eikowa send an order confirmation via email?

Yes. An email will be sent to you within 24 hours confirming the order.

How do I remove items from cart?

Items in your Shopping Cart will remain there unless they are removed, or until you complete the checkout process. To remove items you do not want to purchase, please follow the process given below:

Step 1 – Click the Shopping Cart icon on the Eikowa homepage, on the right hand top corner, to view your shopping cart.

Step 2 – Click the ‘Remove’ link underneath the artwork’s title to remove a product in the cart.

Eikowa Guarantee

Are all artworks listed on Eikowa genuine?

All artworks sold on Eikowa are completely genuine. All artist listing their artwork on Eikowa are required to enter an agreement to list and sell only genuine/original artwork.

Packaging

How will unframed artworks be packed and shipped?

Unframed or unmounted artworks will be rolled and bubble wrapped. The artwork will then be placed inside a protective cylinder to ensure the artwork doesn’t get damaged during shipping.

How will framed artworks be packed and shipped?

Framed artworks will be bubble wrapped and placed in a sturdy box. While we cannot provide any guarantee for the glass, we assure you that the utmost care will be taken while packing the product.

Can Eikowa assist with gift giving and large orders?

Yes, our business–gifting program is designed to meet your needs year–round. Please call +91-9643700787 to speak with an Eikowa representative or email us at support@eikowa.com

Can you customize an artwork with the company logo?

Yes, many of the artworks can be embellished with a company logo. Please call on +91-9643700787 or email us at support@eikowa.com and we’ll be happy to assist you.

Which countries can you ship to?

We currently ship to USA,Brazil, Canada, Mexico, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Macau, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Europe and Dubai.

Are any artworks ineligible for international shipping?

Eikowa offers International Shipping on most items.

How will I know how much my order will cost?

After you’ve added items to your basket and clicked on the checkout button, the total cost will be calculated and displayed. This is a guaranteed order total, which will includeall shipping costs to your selected international destination, and any applicable duties and taxes imposed by the customs and revenue authorities in the destination country.

Are there any additional costs that will be due upon receipt of my order?

There are no hidden charges. However, at the time of deliverer, if any local charges are applied, the same will have to be borne by the customer.

How can I track my international order?

The Eikowa Support Team will send you notifications throughout the shipping process with important information about your order status.

If you still have questions about your order,please contact us on+91-9643700787between the hours of (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM IST Monday to Saturday) or write to us atsupport@eikowa.com.

Whom should I contact if I have questions about my order after I have made a purchase?

Please call us on +919643700787 or contact us atsupport@eikowa.com. We will be glad to assist you with any questions regarding your international order.

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Eikowa is an online art gallery that specializes in the curation and sale of artwork across mediums and styles.

Eikowa is in the business of curating and selling original artwork. Currently we are focusing on paintings only, we will soon launch other works of art as well.

Follow us closely to know more about the latest launches and introductions in the Gallery.

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Eikowa-1497062850592565/

Instagram – @Eikowa

We welcome artists, curators and galleries to sell interesting artwork on our platform. However, anyone who wishes to sell on Eikowa will have to sign an agreement and guarantee the authenticity of the artwork. Any breach of contract will be addressed as per the governing laws.

We are always excited to have talented artists on our site. Please follow the steps mentioned below to register and sell through Eikowa:

Step 1 – Please send a few images of your work, along with the dimensions, price, medium and your bio-data, to support@eikowa.com

Step 2 – A representative from the Eikowa team will call you back to inform you of our terms and conditions

Step 3 – An agreement will be sent to you that needs to be signed and sent back

Step 4 – Your work will be updated on the site and a mail will be sent to you confirming the same

NB: Please call us at +91 9643700787 in case you need further assistance

You will not need to create an account. An Eikowa relationship manager will take care of all the formalities, once we agree to work together. All we need from you is to sign the agreement and confirm that all work sent by you is original, and that you possess the right to sell them.

We are more than happy to list your work on our site, even though it’s listed on other galleries. We only request that you inform us in case any painting listed with us is sold, so that it can be taken down from our site.

You will have to mail us images of your work* along with the price, dimensions and medium. Once the agreement is signed, an Eikowa Relationship Manager will ensure the artworks are uploaded on the site. Once they are uploaded, a mail will be sent to you confirming the same.

*Please send a good resolution JPEG file of the artwork ONLY. Please do not send us pictures of a photo/ pictures with borders and captions in them.

An artwork is reserved when the interested collector needs additional time to complete their purchase. An artwork can be reserved for up to 7 days, unless we’ve made an agreement between you (the artist) and the collector for the work to be reserved for a longer period of time.

While the artwork is being exclusively held for the collector, we ask that you DO NOT sell the work to another buyer. You must agree to hold this work for that collector for the entire reservation period.

A Certificate of Authenticity is extremely important. The certificate needs to be provided by you stating that you created the artwork and you signature is a mark of authentication.

If you are a curator, please procure the certificate from the artist. You as a curator will have to guarantee the authenticity of the work.

As soon as a client purchases your artwork you will receive an email informing you of the sale. You will also receive a call from someone from the Eikowa team to confirm the same.

The next steps are listed below:

Step 1 – The support team at Eikowa will scheduling a pick-up with the courier service provider.

Step 2 – You will have to pack the artwork, as per the Eikowa packaging guidelines and ensure the shipment will be ready before the given pick-up date and time.

Step 3 – Shipments will be picked up from your residence or studio within 24 hours of receiving the order.

Step 4 – The courier service company will collect the package on the given date and time.

Step 5 – The courier company will deliver the package to the customer and confirm the same.

The courier pick-up will be arranged by the Eikowa support team. We will also inform you of the date and time of the pick-up. Kindly make sure that you are available or have made arrangements to hand over the artwork at the given time.

While we do not object to artists listing artwork on multiple platforms, we request that you inform us of sold artworks, so that they can be removed from the platform.

Eikowa’s aim is to provide a seamless and professional experience to the customer. If we are not informed of the sale, it creates a bad experience for the customer. In case of blatant violations Eikowa will be forced to de-list the offending party from the platform.

Once the courier is picked-up, the same will be delivered to the customer. The customer has 7 calendar days to confirm if the artwork was received in good condition. At the end of the 7^th day, if we don’t hear from the customer, we consider the sale closed. Post which, the payment will be transferred to your account.

Yes, the artwork will be shipped directly from the artist to the buyer. The courier pick-up will be arranged by Eikowa.

No, we don’t not accept returns. Except in cases where the artwork is damaged or different from what was ordered. In such cases, Eikowa will process a return/refund.

Step 1 – Wrap the painting inbutter paper and tape it on all sides
Step 2 – To protect against moisture, wrap the artwork with plastic sheeting/poly wrap or put it inside a heavy plastic bag. Use tape to seal all areas where water can enter and cause damage.
Step 3 – Wrap the entire work with 2 layers of bubble wrap for a protective padding. Wrap it and tape it carefully.
Step 4 – Place cardboard corner protectors on the corners of the wrapped artwork.
Step 5 – Place the wrapped artwork between 2 pieces of foam board that are at least ½” thickness, forming a “sandwich.” Also, the borders of the foam board sheets should extend 2-3 inches beyond all edges of the bubble-wrapped artwork. Use packing tape to bind the foam board sandwich together. Be certain the sides are taped down firmly to ensure that the artwork doesn’t shift around within.

Step 6 – Carefully place the foam board-covered painting into a cardboard box and fill the empty space with enough bubble wrap to ensure that the artwork doesn’t shift during transit.
Step 7 – Once the artwork is place inside,please use a masking tape to seal the package.

Step 8 – The courier company will collect the package. Please inform them that the package is “Fragile” and should be handled with care.

Step 1 – Wrap the painting inbutter paper and tape it on all sides
Step 2 – To protect against moisture, wrap the artwork with plastic sheeting/poly wrap or put it inside a heavy plastic bag. Use tape to seal all areas where water can enter and cause damage.
Step 3 – Wrap the entire work with 3 layers of bubble wrap for a protective padding. Wrap it and tape it carefully.
Step 4 – Place cardboard corner protectors on the corners of the wrapped artwork.
Step 5 – Place the wrapped artwork between 2 pieces of foam board that are at least ½” thickness, forming a “sandwich.” Also, the borders of the foam board sheets should extend 2-3 inches beyond all edges of the bubble-wrapped artwork. Use packing tape to bind the foam board sandwich together. Be certain the sides are taped down firmly to ensure that the artwork doesn’t shift around within.

Step 6 – Carefully place the foam board-covered painting into a wooden crate and fill the empty space with enough bubble wrap to ensure that the artwork doesn’t shift during transit.

Step 7 – Once the artwork is place inside,please seal the box by hammering nails.

Step 8 – The courier company will come to collect the package. Please inform them that the package is “Fragile” should be handled with care

Step 1 – Wrap the painting inbutter paper and roll the paper-covered artwork. DO NOT roll too tightlyas this can damage the painting.
Step 2 –To protect against moisture, wrap the artwork with plastic sheeting/poly wrap or put it inside a heavy plastic bag. Use tape to seal all areas where water can enter and cause damage.
Step 3 – Wrap the entire work with 2 layers of bubble wrap for a protective padding. Wrap it and tape it carefully.
Step 4 – Place the painting in the PVC tube and seal it on both ends to make sure there is no scope for water or any liquid to seep in.
Step 5 – Wrap the PVC tube with a thick plastic bag to protect from any liquid or moisture.

Step 6 – The courier company will come to collect the package, Please inform them that the package is “Fragile” should be handled with care

The responsibility for damages lies with the dispatcher (the artist). Please ensure that every precaution is taken while packing the artwork. In case an artwork is received damaged, the loss has to be borne by the dispatcher.

The customer has 7 days to confirm if the artwork has reached them in good condition. Once we receive the confirmation, we will be happy to process your payment immediately. The payment should reflect in your account within 7-10 days thereafter.

The payment will be transferred into your registered bank account.

Eikowa prides itself in promoting and encouraging people to buy original art. In case, it is found that the artwork listed is unacceptable on legal or other grounds (e.g. copyright infringement) this will constitute fraud/ a violation of our terms. All images in question will be judged on a case-by-case basis.

In case of a copyright violation, the artwork will be removed from the site immediately and necessary action will be taken by the individual/company that filed the complaint. Eikowa will not interfere in the proceedings since all artworks are uploaded based on a written agreement from you confirming authenticity of the artwork and rights to sell them on our platform.